Industry News

Nashville, TN – Elevate™, a premier provider of commercial roofing, wall and lining systems, is thriving and growing after its acquisition by Holcim and subsequent rebrand in June 2022. Through plant improvements, new manufacturing locations, capital investments, vertical integration and supply chain improvements, Elevate continues to expand its offerings while upholding the legacy Firestone brand’s commitment to the highest standards in the industry.

Portland, OR — Not all roofs are created equal, and that’s especially true when it comes to controlling extreme summertime temperatures. And as evidence, the Metal Roofing Alliance is encouraging contractors, architects and homeowners to check out a new video by Build Productions YouTube star and building expert Matt Risinger.

Washington, DC - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) has published AISI D102-23, “Illustrative Examples for Provisions in AISI S100-16 (2020) w/S3-22.” The document provides a set of 22 design examples that illustrate updated provisions included in AISI S100-16(2020) w/S3-22, North American Specification for the Design of Cold-Formed Steel Structural Members, 2016 Edition (Reaffirmed 2020) with Supplement 3, 2022 Edition.

Davidson, NC - 3A Composites USA, manufacturer of ALUCOBOND® aluminum composite material, is expanding its portfolio of system options with the launch of ALUCOBOND® FaceFastened. The architectural cladding system is designed for use in a wide range of applications.

Greenfield, IN — Citadel Architectural Products has named Kelley O’Brien as the Director of Business Development. In this role, O’Brien will lead Citadel in the development of business strategies and envelope solutions designed around the growth of the business, as well as direct the internal Sales and Customer Service team and manage the Citadel independent rep network.

Washington, DC – The Equipment Leasing & Finance Foundation (the Foundation) has released the August 2023 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI-EFI). The index reports a qualitative assessment of both the prevailing business conditions and expectations for the future as reported by key executives from the $1 trillion equipment finance sector. Overall, confidence in the equipment finance market is 50.4, an increase from the July index of 46.4.

Cleveland, OH - The Metal Building Manufacturers Association (MBMA) has released a new guidebook, "Metal Building Systems - Best Practices to Comply with Whole-Building Air Leakage Testing Requirements".

Washington, DC – The American Institute of Architects (AIA)/Deltek Architecture Billings Index (ABI) results for July signals mostly stable business conditions. The ABI score was 50.0, indicating that billings at architecture firms remained flat for the month.

Washington, DC - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) announces Dustin Young as the director of business development for the construction program. He is responsible for managing the optimization of the AISI construction programs by providing strategic leadership to direct multiple construction committees and implement program business plans.

Chicago - The American Institute of Steel Construction has released several new free resources to complement the hot-off-the-presses 16th edition of its Steel Construction Manual for download at aisc.org/16thedition.

Allentown, PA - This summer, ATAS International sponsored three Let’s Build Construction Camps for Girls. The free week-long camps are designed for middle and high school age girls to explore the construction trades, architecture, engineering, and construction materials manufacturing through hands-on experiences and field trips.

Waukesha, WI — MTL Holdings has announced the hiring of Ryan Parker as Strategic Accounts Manager. In this role, Parker will work across the MTL family of brands – Citadel Architectural Products, Hickman Edge Systems, and Metal-Era – to provide customers with a complete metal package for their building envelope.

Beloit, WI - Mark Okland has joined Mule-Hide Products Co. Inc., manufacturer of low-slope roofing systems and products, as a strategic account manager.

Newton, MA — The Architect’s Experience at METALCON ― the only global event dedicated exclusively to the application of metal in design and construction ― announces special programming for design professionals at this year’s show beginning on Wednesday, Oct. 18 at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Atlanta, GA – SAF, a global metals distributor, fabricator, and finisher has announced a key promotion at its Redding, CA, location and a new hire at its Temple, TX, branch.

Davidson, NC - 3A Composites USA, manufacturer of ALUCOBOND® aluminum composite material, announces a relaunch of its website. The site has been updated to deliver a better user experience with improved navigation and functionality.

Colorado Springs, CO – S-5! announces its new partnership with the University of Kansas School of Architecture & Design to provide a donation of snow retention and solar attachments for its annual student-led, design-build project.

Hatfield, PA – Laminators Incorporated has announced the hiring of Anthony Drummond as their new Regional Sales Manager for the Metro New York region.

Dallas, TX -The International Roofing Expo (IRE), the North American roofing and exteriors industry’s largest annual event, announces its partnership with the Metal Construction Association (MCA) and the Metal Roofing Alliance (MRA) to debut the all-new Metal Roofing Clinic, presented by MCA and MRA, at the February 6-8, 2024 expo in the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Arlington, VA - The construction industry added 19,000 jobs in July even as the sector’s unemployment rate increased, according to an analysis of new government data the Associated General Contractors of America released today. Association officials noted that tight labor conditions are bringing more previously employed construction workers back into the job market as firms continue to boost pay levels.